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Post by rannh1 on Dec 14, 2021 14:05:11 GMT
Exactly what Scott said - they should be fine just don’t get a trench knife or karambit as those are restricted. More importantly- what swords you buying? And remember some overseas sellers now collect GST so will add 10%, otherwise the govt will hit you up only if over $1000 Hey there, reckon I can reach out and talk about a potential sword shipping matter to Australia? Thank you cheers rann
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Post by Stromlo_Swords_USA on Dec 15, 2021 11:45:04 GMT
Yes - of course!
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Post by Zhuan on Mar 24, 2024 18:02:45 GMT
Hi. I Got an 1800's sword from my dad when he passed away and i would like to take it back with me to Australia in Perth. Wil there be any issues. Its has a double edge blade and is rather old... maybe arround 70cm long. Will this be a problem to put it in checked luggage?
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Post by maro on Apr 18, 2024 0:42:44 GMT
I live in NSW and have ordered LOTS of Swords and Knives. Shipping out of US (most places wont send a package over 42') Which makes it hard. Shipping out of Australia is now a complete pain in the arse as well as Auspost won't ship longer than that - couriers are also a bit reticent |
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Post by maro on Apr 18, 2024 0:46:49 GMT
Hi. I Got an 1800's sword from my dad when he passed away and i would like to take it back with me to Australia in Perth. Wil there be any issues. Its has a double edge blade and is rather old... maybe arround 70cm long. Will this be a problem to put it in checked luggage? Shouldn't be - I travel internationally with my Shinken all the time One thing that has changed, and wasn't advertised, is that blades shorter than 40Cm, even single-edged, can be confiscated now I brought back a lovely Dha from Thailand last year and the customs guy was close to seizing it (41cm but long handle). He backed down when I said I travel with training blades all the time but admitted the updated rules were new and hand't been advertised much |
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Post by chloe on Aug 8, 2024 8:44:45 GMT
Hi. I Got an 1800's sword from my dad when he passed away and i would like to take it back with me to Australia in Perth. Wil there be any issues. Its has a double edge blade and is rather old... maybe arround 70cm long. Will this be a problem to put it in checked luggage? Shouldn't be - I travel internationally with my Shinken all the time One thing that has changed, and wasn't advertised, is that blades shorter than 40Cm, even single-edged, can be confiscated now I brought back a lovely Dha from Thailand last year and the customs guy was close to seizing it (41cm but long handle). He backed down when I said I travel with training blades all the time but admitted the updated rules were new and hand't been advertised much hey hoping someone sees this! my boyfriend is looking to get a custom sword imported into Sydney from the US and we've hit a wall. I've been researching the ADA to find more information but this is as much as I could find: requires a permit due to US sanctions SWORDS/BAYONETS: can bring on a plane as long as it is declared LENGTH: under 40" What is confusing me is that the recourses for applying for a permit are Permissions To Import Schedule 13 Weapons, which from what I've read - swords do not fall under that category. My question to you all is: what is the updated process for importing swords in 2024 and which forms/permissions are required to import swords into Sydney? a step by step would be greatly appreciated! |
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Post by mrstabby on Aug 8, 2024 9:09:53 GMT
This looks to be the wording for personally bringing a sword into the country. The best advice I can give you is call customs and ask personally. You might be given the run-around since it's a speciific thing. The police might also be in the loop since they likely would come into play for the permit.
EDIT It looks llike they are quite restricted, I think maybe a lawyer would be a better person to ask
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Post by AndiTheBarvarian on Aug 8, 2024 10:54:02 GMT
It can be a problem of a country's import/export laws, custom and declaration problems but also shipping regularities of the air freight companies which the shipping companies use.
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Post by Stromlo_Swords_USA on Aug 11, 2024 0:07:00 GMT
There is no change to the process of importing and you are correct Schedule 13 does not apply to swords.
This doesn’t stop the seller or carriers from creating their own ‘won’t do it’ list - I’ve never heard of any export restrictions either.
You can msg me privately and I can see if there is anything I can do- but shipping restrictions have been getting. more and more annoying!
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Post by Swordbuyer on Aug 15, 2024 10:53:55 GMT
I recently had a sword rejected by border force from the US via USPS and "oversized" was the reason quoted to me by Auspost. Is there a maxiumum size we are allowed to import or is that an Auspost restriction? I didn't get a seizure notice or anything regarding duties so I'm assuming it isn't to do with the sword being a restricted item or duties needing to be paid is it?
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Post by mrstabby on Aug 15, 2024 11:12:11 GMT
Quote USPS:
The maximum size for most mailpieces is 108 inches in combined length and girth. USPS Retail Ground pieces may measure up to 130 inches in combined length and girth (but will be charged oversized prices). Regardless of the size of the mailpiece, the maximum mailable weight of any mailpiece is 70 pounds.
Could also be the wrong package size was payed for since priority mail the limit is only 70" while express is the above stated 108".
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Post by Swordbuyer on Aug 15, 2024 20:49:51 GMT
Quote USPS: The maximum size for most mailpieces is 108 inches in combined length and girth. USPS Retail Ground pieces may measure up to 130 inches in combined length and girth (but will be charged oversized prices). Regardless of the size of the mailpiece, the maximum mailable weight of any mailpiece is 70 pounds. Could also be the wrong package size was payed for since priority mail the limit is only 70" while express is the above stated 108". So it's most likely an error on the sender's side rather than the sword not being allowed or any other error on the Aus end? Just want to make sure in case the sender blames me for not complying with customs or something. |
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Post by mrstabby on Aug 16, 2024 6:24:54 GMT
Quote USPS: The maximum size for most mailpieces is 108 inches in combined length and girth. USPS Retail Ground pieces may measure up to 130 inches in combined length and girth (but will be charged oversized prices). Regardless of the size of the mailpiece, the maximum mailable weight of any mailpiece is 70 pounds. Could also be the wrong package size was payed for since priority mail the limit is only 70" while express is the above stated 108". So it's most likely an error on the sender's side rather than the sword not being allowed or any other error on the Aus end? Just want to make sure in case the sender blames me for not complying with customs or something. Likely. Either wrong papers or just too big. Or USPS entered the wrong reason (happens), best be calling around. Maybe it can be saved, unless it's already on the way back. |
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Post by Scott on Aug 19, 2024 11:23:40 GMT
Quote USPS: The maximum size for most mailpieces is 108 inches in combined length and girth. USPS Retail Ground pieces may measure up to 130 inches in combined length and girth (but will be charged oversized prices). Regardless of the size of the mailpiece, the maximum mailable weight of any mailpiece is 70 pounds. Could also be the wrong package size was payed for since priority mail the limit is only 70" while express is the above stated 108". So it's most likely an error on the sender's side rather than the sword not being allowed or any other error on the Aus end? Just want to make sure in case the sender blames me for not complying with customs or something. I've had this issue as a sender, basically the postal services and couriers contract with other companies in areas they don't service directly. It sounds like it exceeds the length restrictions for one of their partner companies, even though it's fine according to the carrier it was shipped with. |
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Post by mrstabby on Aug 19, 2024 12:04:58 GMT
So it's most likely an error on the sender's side rather than the sword not being allowed or any other error on the Aus end? Just want to make sure in case the sender blames me for not complying with customs or something. I've had this issue as a sender, basically the postal services and couriers contract with other companies in areas they don't service directly. It sounds like it exceeds the length restrictions for one of their partner companies, even though it's fine according to the carrier it was shipped with. Yeah, that could be, where the local postal service has a shorter limit (some of these are due to the size of the available trucks). That would be the fault of whoever subcontracted. Either way you really need to contact them. |
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Post by Scott on Aug 20, 2024 1:14:24 GMT
I've had this issue as a sender, basically the postal services and couriers contract with other companies in areas they don't service directly. It sounds like it exceeds the length restrictions for one of their partner companies, even though it's fine according to the carrier it was shipped with. Yeah, that could be, where the local postal service has a shorter limit (some of these are due to the size of the available trucks). That would be the fault of whoever subcontracted. Either way you really need to contact them. Yes, get in touch with the carrier and good luck, I worked out the length restriction/other carrier but myself. Worth noting that border force didn't knock this one back, they'd have told you it was a prohibited import. If there was an issue with the paperwork they would get in touch with you and give you a chance to sort out any declarations or permits that were required. |
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Post by maro on Aug 27, 2024 4:15:47 GMT
Shouldn't be - I travel internationally with my Shinken all the time One thing that has changed, and wasn't advertised, is that blades shorter than 40Cm, even single-edged, can be confiscated now I brought back a lovely Dha from Thailand last year and the customs guy was close to seizing it (41cm but long handle). He backed down when I said I travel with training blades all the time but admitted the updated rules were new and hand't been advertised much hey hoping someone sees this! my boyfriend is looking to get a custom sword imported into Sydney from the US and we've hit a wall. I've been researching the ADA to find more information but this is as much as I could find: requires a permit due to US sanctions SWORDS/BAYONETS: can bring on a plane as long as it is declared LENGTH: under 40" What is confusing me is that the recourses for applying for a permit are Permissions To Import Schedule 13 Weapons, which from what I've read - swords do not fall under that category. My question to you all is: what is the updated process for importing swords in 2024 and which forms/permissions are required to import swords into Sydney? a step by step would be greatly appreciated! Apologies, I forgot to check. When it states: "LENGTH: under 40" It can only be single-edged if bringing it in personally. Australia has odd laws about double-edged weapons. They can be sent in. As above, in my first reply, they seem to have a new rule about <40cm total length as well due to concealment issues. I'll be having my Howard Clark Wakizashi sent registered. Anything sent longer can run into issues with Australia Post unfortunately. Also, they will not send any blade over 100cm at all |
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